Courtesy of United Methodist Communities at The Shores and Delaware Valley Alzheimer’s Association Every 65 seconds in virtually every place in America, someone develops Alzheimer’s Disease. While 5.8 million Americans currently live with the disease, by 2050 the number is expected to rise to 14 million. Without a cure, the number of unpaid caregivers will …
Over 27 years ago, Rev. Dr. Charles W. Miller, Jr., a known advocate for social justice and the marginalized, took his daily walk around the property at the then First United Methodist Church of Plainfield. With the particular issue of affordable housing for older adults on his mind, the pastor experienced a vision while gazing …
It’s Occupational Therapy Month and our assisted living community in Camden County, NJ, would love to share a little insight into how these talented and valuable members of the medical community make life easier and better for seniors. What is Occupational Therapy? This is a very broad type of therapy that focuses on helping people …
Palliative care is a specific medical care service offered at our senior residence, The Shores in South Jersey. Here is some insight into what this service entails and how it works, from our team. What is Palliative Care? Palliative care is a set of medical services designed to improve the quality of life for …
Nursing homes helps thousands of people recover after strokes, heart attacks, joint replacement, serious infections, accidents, as well as offer long-term care. U.S. News rated over 15,000 nursing homes nationally to help people find appropriate, reliable providers with the highest standards of care. Its 2018-19 nursing home ratings, including the new short-stay rehabilitation rating, are …
United Methodist Communities (UMC) President and CEO, Lawrence D. Carson, stood at the podium and quoted Arthur Dobrin, author and professor emeritus of management, “Whatever good there is in the world I inherit from the courage and work of those who went before me. I, in turn, have a responsibility to make things better for …
When living at home alone becomes difficult for your elderly parents or loved ones, it’s time to make a decision —– choosing a care option that suits them best. These days, the most popular options are assisted living and home healthcare, both of which have great benefits. Here, our assisted living team in Gloucester County offers some of the most important …
The heart is the single most hardworking muscle in the human body, so it’s no surprise that keeping it fit and healthy is key to living a long and full life! Here are some tips, interesting facts and insights from the team at our CCRC in Sussex County, New Jersey on staying heart healthy. Did You Know…? A human heart beats …
It’s normal to feel pangs of anxiety from time to time, especially when in stressful or uncertain situations. However, when this anxiety starts to affect wellbeing and quality of life, it’s serious health issue —– and one that affects many seniors. The assisted living team in Camden County, NJ shares some insight. Why Does Anxiety Affect More Seniors? Anxiety disorders (that is, …
Coming to terms with a terminal diagnosis is a difficult challenge for patients and their families. While it may be a challenging time it’s important to do things that make you happy. Here are four tips for living to the full while in hospice care, from the team at our hospice community in South Jersey: Bring Home with You. Rather than …
The groundwork for her future occurred several decades before her birth by a man she never met. In 1925, American Methodist missionary and physician Dr. George Way Harley began working in Ganta, Liberia. He established a new hospital, dispensary, church, school, and several residences. Ganta United Methodist School, a free public school, offered Kindergarten through …
By Janet M. Carrato Chrissy (Christine) Longcor and Mabel Davison, housekeepers in Bristol Glen’s Independent Living Residence, previously worked for the now-defunct Morley Shirt Company. Chrissy sewed linings into shirt collars, while Mabel turned the collars right side out and pressed them. Despite the close job descriptions, the two rarely came in contact with one …
United Methodist Communities at Collingswood, located at 460 Haddon Avenue, invites the public to an Open House on Thursday, March 7, 2019 from 4:00 to 6:00pm. The senior retirement community has completed renovations, opened Tapestries® Memory Care and three new healthcare households, which accommodate 80 residents. Like private homes, the everyday ebb and flow of …
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and our assisted living team in Gloucester County, NJ is raising awareness about this dangerous health condition. Spotting this condition early is critical to early treatment, especially if you have a family history of the disease, ensuring the best chance for a full recovery, which makes regular screenings so important. Who Should Be Screened for Colorectal …
United Methodist Communities is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Fieldhouse to the position of sales director at United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen, a Continuing Care Retirement Community in Newton, NJ. In this role, Ms. Fieldhouse, a resident of Bloomingdale, will lead the sales team in their strategic goal to ensure census throughout …
People often ask our assisted living team in Sussex County , if assisted living is the right place for seniors on dialysis. Since it’s American Diabetes Alert Month and National Kidney Month, we’d like to share some insight on this issue with our readers. Dialysis is an Advanced Medical Treatment First of all, we’d like to talk a bit about what …
As the senior population grows, more and more retailers and designers are focusing on the clothing needs of older adults. Adaptive clothing is one option that makes dressing easier and more comfortable for different needs. Here’s more about this type of clothing from the team at our assisted living community in Camden County, NJ. What is Adaptive Clothing? These are clothing options …
If you’ve been researching hospice care, you’ve probably come across the term “coordinated care.” This isn’t a buzzword or marketing term — it’s a critical component of delivering effective care to hospice patients. Here’s some insight into what coordinated care means and why it’s so important, from our hospice in South Jersey . What is Coordinated Care and Why …
We recently sat down with Art Vanderpool, the Executive Chef at The Shores, to learn more about him and his passion for food and senior care and services. These are his words: What is your name and job title? I’m Arthur H. Vanderpool III, executive chef of United Methodist Communities at The Shores. Where …
